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Classical studies

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Kate Mahon reviews the ninth edition of the Law Society’s popular Probate Practitioner’s Handbook, with new chapters on data protection and the SRA Accounts Rules

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Paper trails

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

While the digitalisation of the probate process continues apace, there are still some grants of representation that need to be made on paper, as Keith Biggs explains

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Intelligent life

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Joanna Goodman investigates the growth of AI in private client work, how it’s being used, and the benefits it can bring to your practice

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Running the risk

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Kate Burt looks at the updated Legal Sector Affinity Group’s anti-money laundering guidance, its practical implications for solicitors, and specific risks in private client work

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Life in the Med

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Álvaro Aznar Azcárate and Alejandro Verdú de Haro look at the impact of Brexit on UK nationals with assets in Spain, and discuss taxation, estate planning and residency issues

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The good will

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Charitable gifts in wills often have vital roles in estate planning. Katherine Ellis takes a closer look at charitable legacies, the inheritance tax options available pre- and post-death, and the benefits of each for charities and personal beneficiaries

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Estate of play

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Cancer Research UK recently held an online event with a panel of legal and medical experts to discuss whether COVID-19 has increased the likelihood of claims against estates. Here is a summary of the key points discussed 

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Grey matter

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Most property and financial affairs deputies will be familiar with last year’s Court of Protection decision in Re ACC and its practical implications. Bethan Phillips explains how you can approach the grey areas that remain

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Root of the issue

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Stuart Adams explains why will writers who overlook section 33 of the Wills Act 1837 do so at their peril

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Giving it up

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

A recent case involving a law firm that refused to renounce acting as professional executor ended up with it being removed by the High Court and a hefty legal bill to pay. Julie Man explains what you should do if faced with a similar request to renounce your executorship

Opinion

All inclusive

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Kate Mahon explains how the Private Client Section is aiming to improve the diversity of its content, contributors and membership

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Helping hands

2021-08-19T00:00:00Z

Angela Evans reviews a new title by the Law Society on inheritance tax planning